The Recalibration Secret
Everybody wants to have good measurements. To this end, many recommend a regular schedule of recalibration. While this sounds reasonable, it can actually degrade the quality of the measurements.
Tips on Adopting 3D Scanning and Automation
C hallenges abound for today’s manufacturers. Labor shortages and rising labor costs require innovative solutions to maintain productivity with fewer staff. Inflation continues to exert pressure on raw material costs, squeezing margins.
Wearable, Implantable, and Ingestible Medical Devices
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NIST researcher Kamran Sayrafian developed a computational model of the lungs with different levels of excess fluid. The long-term goal is to develop a device that could alert the patient or medical provider when it detects pulmonary edema in the user’s lungs.
A few years ago, I heard on the news that many people were being hospitalized with a condition of excess fluid in the lungs, called pulmonary edema.
Karbonius Composites Masters 3D Scanning
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A technician at Karbonius Composites cuts a carbon-fiber part.
Karbonius Composites specializes in manufacturing precision molds and composite components across various sectors, including automotive restoration and high-performance customization.
University of Perugia Validates New Dental 3D-Printing Materials
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A student at the University of Perugia 3D scanning an implant with Artec Micro II.
The dental industry is seeing a surge in 3D printing, with the technology enabling a growing number of dentists to rapidly create custom implants in clinics around the world.
Theory-Guided Strategy Expands Scope of Measurable Quantum Interactions
A new theory-guided framework could help scientists probe the properties of new semiconductors for next-generation microelectronic devices or discover materials that boost the performance of quantum computers.
3D Scanning Mastery on the Racetrack
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Creaform’s Scan-to-CAD software helps the Starr Creations team re-create 3D models of the interiors of the monster trucks they work on for further processing in CAD software.
Based in Tampa, Florida, Starr Creations, a powerhouse in fiberglass design and fabrication, is known for turning ambitious automotive visions into reality.
Improving Accuracy and Efficiency in NDT Nuclear Inspections With 3D Scanning
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Go!SCAN 3D helps Intercontrôle technicians acquire 3D measurements of difficult-to-access parts in nuclear power plants.
Since its founding in 1974, Intercontrôle has been a leader in France’s nuclear energy sector, ensuring the safety of reactor components through automated
NIST Consortium and Draft Guidelines Aim to Improve Security in Software Development
To support the creation of software that is secure against cyber-breaches and free of malicious code, the U.S.
Micrometer-Precise Material Analysis
Precise material analysis plays a central role in many industries, from the pharmaceutical and food industries to construction materials, biotechnology, and environmental sciences.